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The Power of the Anecdote

Aimed at amateur videomakers, but very pertinent to all storytelling.

“At some point, somebody’s gotta say ‘here’s why the hell you’re listening to this story.’”

[Inspired by a post at 43 folders]

Posted 10 July 2008 † gordon § Authors § Links § Quotes § Video § Writing § Writing craft ‡ Comments (1)

Edwidge Danticat on Detention

Even if you haven’t read her book about the plight of her uncle, Edwidge Danticat’s interview on “60 Minutes” should be watched. “Brother, I’m Dying” is the next thing I’m going to read.

Posted 17 June 2008 † gordon § Authors § Books § Links ‡ Comments (2)

Too Cool

I wish I could write like this. Damn.

Posted 21 May 2008 † gordon § Links § Writing ‡ Comments (1)